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Springfield, Illinois, offers several senior care options for its residents. Many people use the term “nursing home” to refer to all types of senior living, but a nursing home — or a shorter-term option called “skilled nursing facility” — provides the highest level of care. Nursing home residents typically require round-the-clock monitoring for serious medical conditions.

If your loved one doesn’t require this type of care, you may wish to consider other senior living options. You can find several assisted living communities and a few memory care communities in Springfield’s partner network. Residents in assisted living facilities receive support with activities of daily living, such as bathing and dressing, as well as social activities, amenities, and more. In memory care communities, residents receive specialized care in a safe, secure environment. In Springfield, the average monthly cost of living in an assisted living community is $4,907, while the average monthly cost of a memory care facility is $6,363.

In this guide, you’ll learn about our partner assisted living and memory care communities in Springfield, plus more information on senior care costs, how Springfield seniors pay for care, local resources, and regulations of the different care types in Springfield.

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We had a really good first impression with Trustwell Living - not only did they have an opening for our loved one but at the time he was moving in he was going to be a lot of assistance and care and the staff were willing to give him that extra level of care. He is doing much better now and is doing...

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All the employees work together and make a great team. They treat the residents very well as if they were family. I have witnessed them consoling them and even telling them they love them. They have a lot of fun activities. My father in law lives there and loves it.

5 / 5.0

Mom is eating good, walking more and enjoys the company. The staff that are there are so loving with the residents. It does seem like they are a little understaffed as I do not think mom is getting checked on as often as she was supposed to. There is a nurse on site all day and night. I have good co...

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I would recommend Mill Creek Alzheimer's Special Care Center to other families. Very caring, friendly staff, and facility is well maintained. Food not so good, but better than many places in the area.
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The decisions surrounding Alzheimer's disease and other dementias are some of the most difficult you must make. Choosing Mill Creek can help ease your mind. Mill Creek is specifically designed to care for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and memory loss. Around-the-clock care and attention is...
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My loved one is currently a resident at Trustwell Living of Springfield and everything about her experience at this facility has been great so far. The cleanliness and friendliness are great. The care...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Welcome to Trustwell Living of Springfield! Whether you are a resident, team member, visiting family member or guest, every person who walks through the door of a Trustwell Living community is treated like family. Our caring team looks forward to continuing to provide the quality care and...
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When i first came to the community i got a great feeling about it. The staff has been very friendly and they always communicate very well. One thing that i really like is the positive atmosphere felt. My...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Springfield Supportive Living opened in August of 2005. Our highly qualified staff are here to serve you 24 hours a day. Their backgrounds in health care enable them to provide quality care as well as outstanding customer service. We can be found near Historic downtown Springfield and only...
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My dad started off at Centennial Point in March of 2022. The employees did everything possible to welcome dad and accommodate to some of his “set in my way” needs. After a few months, we moved him over to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
When the demands of living in your home require more than you’re willing and able to give on your own, you’ll find a welcome home at Centennial Pointe.To us, assisted living means two things. You do the living and we help you do it. Our personal assistants provide what you need when you need it....
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The facility was extremely open and friendly to all family members. The facility worked with us to get my mom acclimated to the place and try different solutions.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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It seems like a well run community. The staff seem to be caring and engaging with the residents. They are flexible with the individual needs of each resident and they do not have a " one size fits all"...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
River Birch Senior Living is a residential like community of 3 homes overlooking hole #6 of Panther Creek Golf Club in Springfield, IL. This location gives you the feeling of living in the country for peace and quiet yet still close to restaurants, shopping and major highways. Our caregiver to...
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A friend of mine recommended, A Place for Mom to help me when I was with my mom in the hospital. Once I called and we determined mom's needs, you did everything. Found the places and set up the appointments....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
LIVE THE LIFE YOU LOVE!Making the move to senior living is a big decision. Fortunately, changing where you live doesn't mean changing your whole way of life. At Carriage Crossing, you'll find all the choices you need to live the life you love.Our welcoming campus features a variety of lifestyle...
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Villas of Holly Brook Chatham community, was a very good experience for my sister and I couldn't be happier with the facility. A little pricey but worth the peace of mind. Based on the experience we were...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
We are Chatham's only ALL INCLUSIVE community. We are pet friendly as well. Tours and admissions accepted 7 days per week.
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We picked this community, because of the rural setting first of all. We knew that it would make dad more comfortable. The staff seemed nice and the place appeared clean and did not smell!! It was a nice...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Rochester Estates Senior Living is an assisted living community situated in beautiful Rochester, Sangamon County, Illinois. Located within minutes of the historic Illinois capital of Springfield, Rochester boasts the best of both worlds. Rochester still maintains that small town feel while...
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Our family chose Cedarhurst four years ago. It is a well-designed facility with nice living and common spaces. Over time, and with Covid, there have been challenges with staffing and management. In the past...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Cedarhurst of Springfield is home to 52 assisted living apartments that have their own bathrooms and kitchenettes and 27 memory care apartments specifically designed to meet the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer’s and related memory loss. Cedarhurst of Springfield strives to be the best...
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Villas of South Park Chatham is a beautiful facility. The staff is caring and responds quickly to my loved one's needs. They offer a lot of activities, although not a lot to his particular interests. The...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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I am very impressed with the care & compassion that the management & staff at Reflections Memory Care has shown to both my loved one & [I] (as the caretaker). They have been tremendous in helping with the...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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What a great place for me to move to after losing my husband. I have been here just 10 months and been in the rehab facility here twice for three weeks each time. Having such caring and kind people to help...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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What a great visit I had with my grandma's friend! Everyone was so friendly and welcoming. The smell was so nice as we entered the building. I was very impressed, as a supportive living establishment it...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Come and be spoiled!Timberlake Senior Living is Springfield Illinois’s newest Supportive Living Community. At Timberlake Senior Living our sole purpose is to help seniors maintain their independence. Timberlake provides housing and supportive services to seniors 65+ who may need assistance with...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
River Birch Senior Living is a residential like community of 3 homes overlooking hole #6 of Panther Creek Golf Club in Springfield, IL. This location gives you the feeling of living in the country for peace and quiet yet still close to restaurants, shopping and major highways. Our caregiver to...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
River Birch Senior Living is a residential like community of 3 homes overlooking hole #6 of Panther Creek Golf Club in Springfield, IL. This location gives you the feeling of living in the country for peace and quiet yet still close to restaurants, shopping and major highways. Our caregiver to...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Costs of nursing homes in the Springfield area

Nursing homes are the most expensive type of senior care due to the advanced medical needs of the residents and the on-site medical care provided. In 2021, the median cost of a semi-private room in a Springfield nursing home was $6,965 per month, while a private room cost $8,380 per month.[01]

While costs will vary depending on your loved one’s unique needs, you can expect nursing home costs to include the following:

  • 24-hour skilled medical care and supervision
  • Assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and toileting
  • Three meals per day, plus snacks
  • Grounds keeping and community maintenance
  • Housekeeping and laundry
  • Transportation for medical appointments
  • Senior friendly amenities and activities

Seniors who don’t require skilled nursing care may live more comfortably and less expensively in an assisted living or memory care community. According to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data on its partners, the average monthly cost families paid for an assisted living community is $4,907. The average monthly cost of living in a partner memory care community is $6,363.[02] These figures reflect actual monthly costs that seniors who used our referral service paid to their community, and they include their chosen add-ons and services in addition to the base cost.

As with nursing homes, individual costs vary based on care needs and add-on services. However, you can expect assisted living and memory care costs to include the following:

  • Assistance with activities of daily living such as transferring, bathing, and dressing
  • Medication management and administration
  • Three meals each day plus snacks
  • Community maintenance and landscaping
  • Housekeeping and laundry
  • Transportation
  • Senior-friendly events and activities
  • Specialized programming and therapies
  • Amenities such as game rooms, courtyards, movie theaters, and libraries

Average cost comparisons near Springfield, IL

Average monthly costs

Springfield, IL

$4,669

How people pay for a nursing home in Springfield

Seniors can pay for care through many options. In fact, many seniors and their families rely on a combination of both private and public sources. We’ve included information and local resources to help you understand the payment methods available for nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care.

Private pay methods in Springfield

Many seniors and their families begin with private pay when deciding how to pay. This can include retirement income, savings, pensions, and more. Keep in mind that while private funds are a good starting place, you can combine them with some public payment options.

The below are all considered private pay options.

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VA benefits for nursing homes in Springfield
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Number of veterans who live in Springfield

About 63% of Springfield veterans are over 65.

Veterans or their surviving spouses may qualify for benefits that can help cover the cost of long-term care. There’s a wide range of benefits available, but the Aid and Attendance benefit is one of the most generous. It can be added to an existing VA Pension, and the recipient can put these funds toward any expense that improves their quality of life, including a nursing home, assisted living community, or memory care facility.

Springfield offers several resources that veterans and their families can turn to for help applying and understanding benefits. We recommend working with veterans service organizations (VSOs) as these are nonprofit and VA-vetted organizations. Since applying for benefits can be a complicated process, it’s important to receive guidance. Many veterans have conditions that qualify them for benefits. A benefits counselor can help your loved one make sure they’re collecting any benefit they may be eligible for and entitled to.

In Springfield, veterans can look to the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars. Springfield also has government offices, including the county veteran service officers and the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs. We’ve included contact information for these organizations below.

Resources for Springfield veterans

Springfield veteran service organizations (VSOs)

American Legion Post 32

1120 Sangamon Ave.
Springfield, IL 62702

Phone: 217-523-3415

Email: spfldpost32@outlook.com

Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 755

2211 Old Jacksonville Road
Springfield, IL 62704

Phone: 217-546-9515

Hours: Tuesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 1 a.m.

Springfield government resources

County Veterans Service Officers: Sangamon County

901 S. 11th St.
Springfield, IL 62703

IL Department of Veterans Affairs — Sangamon County

833 S. Spring St.
Springfield, IL 62704

Phone: 217-557-0358

Fax: 217-557-1428

Email: carlos.english2@illinois.gov

Anthony.harrison@illinois.gov

Springfield Medicaid for nursing homes

In Illinois, Medicaid is sometimes referred to as Medical Assistance, and the statewide Medicaid managed care program is HealthChoice Illinois. Medicaid offers health insurance for low-income seniors and is jointly administered by the federal and state governments.

If your loved one requires a nursing home level of care, Illinois may cover nursing home care as long as they meet the following requirements:[04]

  • Apply for Medicaid and receive benefits through Illinois’ Department of Human Services
  • Receive care in a Medicaid-approved nursing home licensed by the Illinois Department of Public Health
  • Participate in a needs screening through the Department on Aging or the Department of Human Services

Keep in mind that while nursing home care may be paid for by Medicaid, the same isn’t true of care in assisted living or a memory care community. However, Springfield seniors may be able to use other Medicaid programs and waivers to help offset the cost of their care.

Medicaid programs for assisted living and memory care communities

Medicaid doesn’t cover the cost of room and board in an assisted living or memory care community. However, it may be able to offset some of the medical costs by paying for other expenses.

Necessary medical expenses covered by Medicaid include:[05]

  • Preventive care from a primary care physician
  • Dental checkups
  • Prescriptions, medical supplies, and medical equipment
  • Emergency medical services
  • Hospital care

Springfield seniors can also find assistance through the following programs and home and community based services (HCBS) waivers:

  • Aid to the Aged, Blind, and Disabled (AABD) is a medical and cash assistance program offered by the Department of Human Services. It offers cash to seniors who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI).Sometimes, seniors find out they’re eligible for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) during the application process for AABD.[06] This may be helpful for seniors living at home, although seniors living in a community will typically enjoy provided meals.
  • The Illinois Supportive Living Program (SLP) emphasizes autonomy and gives seniors a choice on where to receive care. Seniors can receive personal care assistance, meals, medication oversight, and more in their home or assisted living community.[07]
  • The Persons Who are Elderly waiver offers an alternative to a nursing home for seniors who can live safely in their home or community with some additional support. For this waiver, the estimated cost of care must be less than what it would cost for the recipient to receive care in a nursing home.[08]

For assistance navigating or applying for Medicaid benefits or waivers, we’ve compiled a list of local resources. These include the AgeLinc Area on Aging office, Sangamon county Department of Public Health, and long-term care ombudsman program.

Springfield resident Medicaid resources

Find a Medicaid office in Springfield

AgeLinc Area Agency on Aging for Lincolnland

2731 S. MacArthur Blvd.
Springfield, IL 62704

Phone: 217-787-9234

Toll-free: 800-252-2918

Sangamon County Department of Public Health

2833 S. Grand Ave. East
Springfield, IL 62703

Main phone: 217-535-3100

Toll-free: 888-217-3505

Long-term care ombudsman program

ICARE — Project Advocate

Area Agency on Aging for Lincolnland

2731 S. MacArthur Blvd.
Springfield, IL 62704

Phone: 217-523-8419

Toll-free: 800-842-8538

Medicare nursing home coverage in Springfield

Medicare is health insurance offered by the federal government, and it’s the most common health insurance for Americans over 65. It’s broken into the following parts:

  • Part A covers inpatient hospital visits, some home health services and skilled nursing care, and hospice care.
  • Part B covers other medical expenses such as outpatient care, preventive care, and some doctor visits.
  • Part D covers prescription medications and some immunizations.

While Medicare does cover skilled nursing, this doesn’t mean that it will completely pay for long-term care in a nursing home. Medicare covers a maximum of 100 days — to varying degrees — of skilled nursing home care in Springfield’s skilled nursing facilities. Medicare fully covers the first 20 days in a skilled nursing facility, but after that it’s only partially covered. After 100 days, Medicare doesn’t cover skilled nursing care.

For temporary nursing care to be covered, your loved one will need to meet the following requirements:[09]

  • Have Part A Medicare coverage, with days available in the benefit period to use
  • Spend three inpatient days in the hospital prior to being discharged to a skilled nursing facility
  • Require daily care from a skilled nursing staff, as recommended by a doctor
  • Receive care in a Medicare-certified skilled nursing facility

Many seniors and their families mistakenly believe that Medicare will cover the cost of care in an assisted living or memory care community. However, this simply isn’t the case. Medicare only pays for medically necessary expenses, and it doesn’t consider room and board in one of these types of communities to be medically necessary. It may help mitigate some of the costs of medical care at an assisted living or memory care facility, as long as your loved one qualifies for the applicable programs.

Medicare assistance programs

Springfield seniors can take advantage of several Medicare programs in the area that may make Medicare easier to navigate. Illinois offers a prescription drug plan to help seniors with HIV or AIDS through the AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP). It can help seniors obtain necessary medicines more easily through participating pharmacies, provided they’re enrolled in a Medicare drug plan.

The state offers additional resources, too, for benefits and information counseling. The Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) connects seniors with benefits counselors in Springfield for free. They can explain Medicare benefits and answer questions about coverage. Springfield’s long-term care ombudsman program provides seniors with assistance and advocacy in applying for and understanding their Medicare benefits. We’ve included contact information for these resources below.

Springfield resident Medicare resources

Senior Medicare advocacy and information

Long-term care ombudsman program

ICARE — Project Advocate

Area Agency on Aging for Lincolnland

2731 S. MacArthur Blvd.
Springfield, IL 62704

Phone: 217-523-8419

Toll free: 800-842-8538

AgeLinc Area Agency on Aging for Lincolnland

2731 S. MacArthur Blvd.
Springfield, IL 62704

Phone: 217-787-9234

Toll free: 800-252-2918

Social Security Administration (SSA)

Springfield Social Security Office

3112 Constitution Dr.
Springfield, IL 62704

Phone: 1-877-279-9504

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Understand Illinois nursing home regulations

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) licenses nursing homes in the state. Along with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), the IDPH ensures that nursing homes that accept Medicare and Medicaid as payment options meet federal regulations and certification rules.[10]

Nursing homes must meet certain regulations and requirements to maintain their license. These include but aren’t limited to:[11]

  • Screening potential new residents to assess their need for skilled nursing services before being admitted
  • Establishing a clear policy for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and “do not resuscitate” orders
  • Providing residents who don’t have a guardian or medical power of attorney the opportunity to provide information for potential health care surrogates (or decline to do so) within 30 days of moving in
  • Conducting medical treatment discreetly to help ensure residents’ privacy
  • Providing 3.8 hours of personal care and nursing assistance for residents identified as needing skilled care, and 2.5 hours for residents who need an intermediate amount of care
  • Ensuring that married residents are allowed to live in the same room unless there isn’t room available or the resident’s doctor doesn’t recommend it

 

The IDPH conducts regular licensure inspections, or surveys, of nursing homes every six to 15 months. These surveys usually take three to four days, during which time the IDPH looks at the following areas:[10]

  • Access to care
  • Rights of the residents
  • Care plans and health assessments
  • Available health care services
  • Dietary and nutrition services
  • Staffing
  • Housekeeping and community maintenance
  • Activities for residents
  • Observations of care provided
  • Interviews with residents, families, and staff
  • Medical records

 

Inspections aren’t scheduled, so facilities don’t have a chance to prepare for them. Nursing homes with many or frequent complaints are inspected more often.[10] Springfield seniors can check recent nursing home violations by visiting the IDPH’s quarterly reports of nursing home violators.

You can view results of all nursing home inspections on Medicare’s nursing home compare tool. Typing in your ZIP code or city will show the nursing homes nearest you and their star rating. You can also search by facility name.

Regulations for other senior living communities

Assisted living

The IDPH also regulates assisted living communities, which are licensed as either Assisted Living Establishments or Shared Housing Establishments. Assisted living communities aren’t able to provide the same level of care as a nursing home does, as they don’t offer the advanced medical care available at skilled nursing facilities.

To help ensure that new residents can live comfortably in an assisted living community, they receive a comprehensive care assessment. After an initial assessment, annual assessments are conducted to help ensure that each resident’s care needs don’t exceed what the community can provide.[12] For more information, visit our comprehensive guide to assisted living in Springfield.

Memory care

Some assisted living communities in Springfield are licensed to provide memory care. These communities must meet additional requirements, especially for the staff. The community administrator and all of the direct care staff must complete dementia care training and receiving continuing education to provide care that meets best practice requirements.[12]

Illinois Department of Public Health contact information

Illinois Department of Public Health website

Springfield Headquarters Office

525-535 W. Jefferson St.
Springfield, IL 62761

Phone: 217-782-4977

COVID-19 regulations for Springfield nursing homes

Illinois doesn’t currently have regulations for assisted living communities regarding COVID-19. It does require assisted living communities to report outbreaks, however. Communities must report COVID-19 cases if they have one confirmed case and other residents with similar symptoms.[13]

Nursing homes in Springfield do need to adhere to Illinois’ COVID regulations. You can find full COVID-19 guidelines for nursing homes on the IDPH’s long-term care facilities guidance page. In some cases, such as with masking policies, nursing homes may have their own guidance for visitors that will need to be followed.[14]

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Masking. When hospital admissions of COVID-19 are high, masking is recommended for all staff, residents, and visitors in common areas until there are no new cases for 14 days.

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Facility cleanliness. Nursing homes should have dedicated medical equipment for residents with COVID-19. Rooms of residents who had COVID-19 should be disinfected.

8Number of in-network assisted living facilities in market
4.3/5.0 average in-network rating
88% of our Springfield partner communities offer non-ambulatory care
75% of partnered senior care communities are pet friendly
50% of assisted living and memory care partner communities have a visiting nurse
50% of our partner communities offer a grocery shopping and errands service
857

Number of people we referred to our partner assisted living and memory care facilities in Springfield

82

Average age of residents we referred in Springfield

63% of seniors in Springfield are female

What to expect from nursing homes in Springfield

Springfield offers a unique history as the birthplace of Abraham Lincoln. Residents can enjoy the historical sites and the atmosphere of a small town while taking advantage of many of the amenities you’d find in a large city.

Below you’ll find detailed information on what to expect from nursing homes in the area and how they compare to your other senior care options.

Nursing homes offer a high level of care

A Place for Mom doesn’t partner with skilled nursing facilities, which offer the highest level of care to seniors. Nursing homes are the best fit for seniors with serious or chronic medical conditions that require 24/7 medical oversight. Skilled nursing facilities provide:

  • Short-term rehabilitative services
  • Physical, occupational, and speech therapies
  • Full medication management and injection administration
  • Social activities within the community
  • Shared rooms
  • On-site palliative and hospice care

 

Many seniors who need some daily assistance don’t require nursing care and can live quite comfortably in an assisted living or memory care community.

Assisted living and memory care in Springfield

Seniors who would benefit from support with activities of daily living but don’t require 24/7 medical care would likely find a good fit in assisted living or memory care facilities. Our partner communities don’t offer on-site skilled nursing, but they do provide some advanced care services.

The majority of our partner assisted living and memory communities in Springfield provide the following:

  • Assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing and dressing
  • Medication reminders
  • Transportation
  • Community maintenance and housekeeping
  • Activities (parties, picnics, cooking classes, devotional activities, live performances, and more)
  • Amenities (libraries, game rooms, TV lounges, pianos, and more)

 

Many communities do also provide more advanced care services. These include:

  • On-site nursing care
  • Visiting nurse
  • Diabetic care
  • On-site hospice care
  • Incontinence care
  • Full medication management

 

Seniors experiencing Alzheimer’s or other types of dementia can especially benefit from living in a memory care community. Of our partner assisted living communities, 29% offer memory care on-site. We also have one stand-alone memory care community in our Springfield network. Caregivers in memory care communities receive specialized and ongoing training to care for seniors with dementia.

Springfield brings a small-town feel to its population of more than 110,000. While Springfield’s assisted living and memory care communities don’t offer luxe amenities, they’re up to date without being flashy. The majority of our partner communities are pet friendly and offer a robust selection of activities coordinated by an activities director. Seniors can expect a focus on cultivating a sense of community through parties, karaoke, and picnics. Many facilities offer special interest clubs, opportunities for education, day trips, and live performances.

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Unfamiliar with Springfield? Highlights for seniors

20,314

Number of seniors over the age of 65 living in Springfield as of 2021

Many Springfield seniors — 34% over 65 — hold a bachelor’s degree or higher.

$40,973

Average annual retirement income of seniors over the age of 65 in Springfield in 2021

Health care for seniors in Springfield

Springfield has two hospitals within the city. Both are located in the heart of downtown Springfield with networks for outpatient services. Springfield is also home to Southern Illinois University Medicine, a multi-specialty physician group. We’ve included details for these hospitals below.

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HSHS St. John’s Hospital

U.S. News and World Report rates this as the top hospital in Springfield. It ranks highly in heart failure care and heart bypass surgery.

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Springfield Memorial Hospital

This hospital performs well in several procedures that may be important for seniors, including hip and knee replacements. U.S. News and World Report also notes its performance in lung and colon cancer surgeries.

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Transportation for seniors in Springfield

All of our partner assisted living and memory care communities offer transportation to residents. Of those communities, 75% provide complimentary transportation, and 25% offer transportation at cost.[02] This can be not only helpful and convenient to senior residents, but also safer. For seniors with memory loss, it’s especially beneficial to have transportation options they can trust. Drivers are aware of the needs that their senior passengers have and can offer necessary assistance.

Overall, Springfield is largely a car-dependent city. There are some walkable areas, particularly in downtown Springfield. Visiting family members without a car may be able to use Sangamon Mass Transit District (SMTD). Should seniors over 65 need to use this service, they’re eligible for a reduced fare ID, which allows them to travel for half price. SMTD’s Access Sangamon provides alternative transportation for riders who can’t easily use a fixed-route bus service.

Senior activities in Springfield

Historical attractions abound in Springfield, with many sites honoring our 16th president, Abraham Lincoln. But Lincolnland offers much more than its history. There’s a wide range of activities that appeal to seniors, whether your loved one enjoys the arts or the outdoors. We’ve outlined several of the most popular options below. You’ll find that the majority of these provide accessibility options so that everyone can enjoy them.

  • Lincoln Memorial Garden and Nature Center. This free attraction offers tranquil views of Lake Springfield along with several gardens and nature trails. It’s easy for everyone to enjoy nature with many spots to sit and rest. The Center also features an accessible trail loop.
  • Illinois State Museum (ISM) — Springfield. The ISM presents several permanent exhibits, including “At Home in the Heartland,” which shows visitors with how Illinois has changed over the past 300 years. The museum offers free admission and wheelchairs visitors can use.
  • The Legacy Theatre. For entertainment, the Legacy Theatre can’t be beat. Throughout the year they host live performances, concerts, and movie screenings with films from the early 20th century, as well as contemporary films. The Legacy’s equipped with several accessible areas throughout the building.
  • Lincoln Home. Seniors can take a free tour of President Lincoln’s home, which is wheelchair accessible. Park Service rangers guide the tour groups, and large groups can attend when they reserve a tour ahead of time.
  • Springfield Art Association. Seniors and their family members can enjoy both art and history here. It hosts rotating gallery exhibits as well as art classes for visitors who love to create.

Frequently Asked Questions

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References

  1. Genworth. (2021). Cost of Care Survey.

  2. A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

  3. United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran status (S2101): Springfield. [Data set]. American Community Survey.

  4. Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services. Long term care.

  5. Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services. Medical programs.

  6. Illinois Department of Human Services. Aid to the Aged, Blind, and Disabled (AABD).

  7. Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services. Resident fact sheet.

  8. Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services. Illinois persons who are elderly waiver.

  9. U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Skilled nursing facility care. Medicare.gov.

  10. Illinois Department of Public Health. Who regulates nursing homes?

  11. Illinois General Assembly. Illinois Compiled Statutes. Health facilities and regulation (210 ILCS 45/) nursing home care act.

  12. Illinois General Assembly. Illinois Compiled StatutesHealth facilities and regulation (210 ILCS 9/) Assisted living and shared housing act.

  13. Illinois Department of Public Health. Reporting COVID-19.

  14. Illinois Department of Public Health. (2023, May 25). Updated interim guidance for nursing homes following the end of the public health emergency.

  15. United States Census Bureau. (2021). Population 65 years and over in the United States (S0103): Springfield. [Data set]. American Community Survey.

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Genworth. (2021). Cost of Care Survey.

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A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

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United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran status (S2101): Springfield. [Data set]. American Community Survey.

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Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services. Long term care.

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Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services. Medical programs.

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Illinois Department of Human Services. Aid to the Aged, Blind, and Disabled (AABD).

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Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services. Resident fact sheet.

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Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services. Illinois persons who are elderly waiver.

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U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Skilled nursing facility care. Medicare.gov.

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Illinois Department of Public Health. Who regulates nursing homes?

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Illinois General Assembly. Illinois Compiled Statutes. Health facilities and regulation (210 ILCS 45/) nursing home care act.

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Illinois General Assembly. Illinois Compiled StatutesHealth facilities and regulation (210 ILCS 9/) Assisted living and shared housing act.

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Illinois Department of Public Health. Reporting COVID-19.

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United States Census Bureau. (2021). Population 65 years and over in the United States (S0103): Springfield. [Data set]. American Community Survey.